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County Council Member · District 1 · Wicomico County · 2026 Primary
County Council Members serve as the legislative branch of county government, passing local laws and approving the annual budget that funds public schools, roads, and emergency services. They set local tax rates and make final decisions on land use and zoning, which determines where new homes and businesses can be built. This office is responsible for prioritizing how your tax dollars are spent and managing the long-term growth and infrastructure of your community.
View all candidates in this raceBernadette C. Cannady is a Democratic candidate for Wicomico County Council District 1 in 2026. She is running in the Democratic primary against Shanie P. Shields. Public campaign and party materials show Cannady presenting herself as a community-focused candidate who wants to represent all residents of a diverse district and encourage stronger public participation in local government. Beyond her filing and campaign contact information, her public messaging emphasizes community voice, inclusion, and engagement in county decision-making.
External news coverage from Yahoo News and Delmarva Now reports that Bernadette C. Cannady filed to run in the 2026 Maryland Primary Election for Wicomico County Council Member position. The filing deadline of February 23, 2026 had passed by the time these articles were published on February 26, 2026.